In “The Energy Report: War Profiteering,” Phil Flynn examines how key energy markets may be influenced by conflicts and rising global tensions. The piece focuses on Brent Oil Futures, Natural Gas Futures, Heating Oil Futures, and BP PLC ADR.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has asked Beijing to serve as guarantor for a prospective peace agreement on Ukraine, Axios reports. The overture, aimed at the United States and European nations, signals Moscow’s search for a security backstop acceptable to all sides.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy opted for formal attire during a recent meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, according to IJR. The brief account notes a light exchange capped by the words, “You look good.”